EU's Barnier: good progress, last stumbling blocks in UK trade talks

EU Brexit negotiator Michel Barnier said on Thursday that "good progress" was being made in UK talks and that "last stumbling blocks" stood in the way of sealing a new trade pact.

"Good progress, but last stumbling blocks remain. We will only sign a deal protecting EU interests and principles," Barnier said on Twitter, adding it was the "final stretch of talks" with Britain.